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A last will and testament is a legal document that outlines your final wishes and instructions for the distribution of your assets and the management of your affairs after your death. It allows you to have control over how your property is distributed, designate guardians for minor children, and appoint an executor to oversee the administration of your estate.
Without a will, the state’s intestacy laws will dictate who the legal heirs are and how assets are distributed, which may not match the decedent’s wishes.
For a will to be considered legally valid and enforceable under Texas probate law, certain requirements must be met:
It is important to note that Texas allows for holographic wills (handwritten wills) to be valid, albeit they follow specific guidelines only applicable to them that helps ensure their validity.
Wills can be used to create trusts that take effect after the testator’s death, called testamentary trusts. These customized trusts allow additional control over how assets are managed and distributed, such as:
Having a thoughtfully crafted last will and testament is one of the most important steps you can take to gain control over your legacy and provide for your loved ones after you pass away. Consulting with an estate planning attorney to draw up your will, establish any trusts, and handle related matters can give you confidence that your final wishes will be carried out properly under Texas law.
By investing the time and resources into your will and estate plan, you can bring peace of mind knowing loved ones will be provided for, disputes will be avoided, and your values will live on through the distribution of your assets.
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